Stress is a normal part of life, and it can take many forms, including emotional, physical, and psychological stress. While stress can have a wide range of effects on the body, one of the most common is musculoskeletal pain. This type of pain is caused by tension in the muscles, tendons, and ligaments, and it [...]
Traffic Collisions can be a traumatic and overwhelming experience, and the injuries that result from them can vary in severity and complexity. One form of treatment that can be beneficial for those recovering from car accident injuries is physiotherapy. In this blog post, we will discuss what to expect when undergoing physiotherapy for car accident [...]
Many of us have heard the phrase "sit up straight" or "stand tall" at some point in our lives, and for good reason. Poor posture can lead to a variety of health problems, including neck pain. In this blog post, we will explore the link between poor posture and neck pain, and discuss what can [...]
Sciatica is a condition characterized by pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back down through the buttocks and legs. This pain can be debilitating and can make it difficult to engage in daily activities. One form of treatment that can be beneficial for those suffering from sciatica is physiotherapy. [...]
Tendinitis is a common condition characterized by inflammation of the tendons, which are the fibrous tissue that connects muscle to bone. Tendinitis can occur in any tendon in the body, but it is most commonly seen in the shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees, and ankles. The condition can cause pain, stiffness, and reduced range of [...]
Concussions and traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are serious conditions that can have a significant impact on an individual's physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being. Physiotherapy plays an important role in managing the symptoms of concussion and TBI, and in helping individuals regain their strength, function, and independence. In this blog post, we will discuss the role [...]
Knee Injury Recovery: How Physiotherapy Can Assist in the Healing Process Knee injuries can be extremely debilitating, often causing significant pain, reduced mobility, and difficulty performing everyday activities. While rest and medications may provide some temporary relief, they are often not enough to fully address the underlying issues and promote long-term recovery. This is [...]
On Tuesday, April 24, 2018, Focus Physiotherapy closed for the day to allow police to investigate and gather evidence of a terrible attack in our Willowdale neighbourhood at Yonge and Sheppard. The attack of April 23, 2018, was a cowardly act aimed at killing and hurting as many women as possible by running them down [...]
18 Causes Of Urinary Incontinence When you lose the ability to control your bladder, it can be embarrassing. Many people who suffer from this problem are scared they won’t be able to get to a toilet in time, and so avoid public places. Urinary incontinence can affect people of all ages but it is nothing [...]
Try Professional Laser Therapy for Chronic Pain Chronic pain is something that plagues many Canadians. It may start with a small ache that comes and goes. Then, that small ache turns into excruciating pain that keeps us from sleeping, working, or living our lives fully. Instead of taking pain medication that only masks the pain [...]
